The Bowker Games, an annual track and field event for K-12 students with disabilities, took place Thursday at Escalante Middle School, attracting participants from Durango, Bayfield, Pagosa Springs, Ignacio, Cortez and Dolores. More than a dozen events were open for competition including relays, a softball throw, long jump and sprints. Bobby Farrow, a freshman at Bayfield High School, competes in the high jump. Bobby is the grandson of Kay Goetz.
“I think it’s their opportunity to hear the crowd cheering,” said Jason Thomas, organizer for the annual Bowker Games, which took place Thursday at Escalante Middle School. Durango High School junior Nicholas Mathews, son of Misty and Darren Mathews, celebrates after competing in the high jump.
